Yellow

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About Yellow

"Yellow" is a song by the British rock band Coldplay. The band wrote the song and co-produced it with British record producer Ken Nelson for their debut album, Parachutes (2000). The song was recorded in March 2000 and released in June that same year as the second single from Parachutes, following Shiver, and the lead single in the United States. "Yellow" reached number four on the UK Singles Chart, giving Coldplay their first top-five hit in the United Kingdom. It was Coldplay's breakthrough hit internationally, reaching number one in Iceland, number five in Australia, number nine in Ireland and number 48 in the United States. Helped by heavy rotation and usage in promotions, the song thrust the band into popularity. "Yellow" has since been covered by various recording artists worldwide, and remains one of the band's most popular songs. 


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2012
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Look at the stars
Look how they shine for you
And everything you do
Yeah they were all yellow

I came along
I wrote a song for you
And all the things you do
And it was called yellow

So then I took my turn
Oh what a thing to have done
And it was all yellow

Your skin
Oh yeah your skin and bones
Turn into something beautiful
You know you know I love you so
You know I love you so

I swam across
I jumped across for you
Oh what a thing to do

'Cause you were all yellow
I drew a line
I drew a line for you
Oh what a thing to do
And it was all yellow

Your skin
Oh yeah your skin and bones
Turn into something beautiful
And you know
For you I'd bleed myself dry
For you I'd bleed myself dry

It's true
Look how they shine for you
Look how they shine for you
Look how they shine for
Look how they shine for you
Look how they shine for you
Look how they shine

Look at the stars
Look how they shine for you
And all the things that you do

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Coldplay

Coldplay are a British Alternative Rock band formed in 1996 by lead vocalist Chris Martin and lead guitarist Jonny Buckland at University College London. After they formed Pectoralz, Guy Berryman joined the group as a bassist and they changed their name to Starfish.Will Champion joined as a drummer, backing vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, completing the line-up. Manager Phil Harvey is often considered an unofficial fifth member. The band renamed themselves "Coldplay" in 1998, before recording and releasing three EPs; Safety in 1998, Brothers & Sisters as a single in 1999 and The Blue Room in the same year. The latter was their first release on a major label, after signing to Parlophone. more »

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Written by: Guy Rupert Berryman, Jonathan Mark Buckland, William Champion, Christopher Anthony John Martin

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7 facts about this song

Background
"Yellow" is a song by the British rock band Coldplay. - The band members wrote the song in a Rockfield studio in Wales called the Quadrangle, where they were working with producer Ken Nelson.
Release Information
"Yellow" was released as the second single from their debut album, "Parachutes." - It was released in the UK on June 26, 2000, and reached the number four spot on the UK Singles Chart.
Inspiration
The inspiration for the song came unexpectedly one night during the recording sessions. - Chris Martin, the band's frontman, was looking out to the dark night sky thinking about the stars. - The word "Yellow" came to Martin, creating a metaphor for adoration and admiration.
Music Video
The music video for "Yellow" was shot in one continuous take. - It features Chris Martin walking on the beach of Studland Bay in Dorset, England. - The simplicity of the video complimented the theme of sincerity throughout the song.
Chart Success
The song was a breakthrough hit for Coldplay and launched them to international fame. - "Yellow" also reached the top 20 in the U.S and peaked at number 48 on Billboard Hot 100, marking Coldplay's first entry into American music charts.
Accolades
"Yellow" was nominated for Best Single at the 2001 Brit Awards. - The song was also featured in the 2001 Grammy Awards nomination for Best Rock Song.
Cultural Impact
The song has since been covered by several artists, including Sara Bareilles, The Jingle Punks Hipster Orchestra, and Alex Parks. - Its impact can be seen in popular culture, with appearances in TV shows, films, and even Broadway productions. - "Yellow" has been described by many as an anthem for the generation.

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